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Trying to find a self serve car wash in North Jersey where you can use your own bucket and sponge. For some reason these seem to be in the middle of the country and my car is past due for a nice cleaning after this winter. Any help is appreciated!
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Could you just get a $70 electric pressure washer and foam cannon, then do the cleaning from the comfort of your own home?
I have that as well as all quality cleaning products. Unfortunately in NJ it's been below freezing in the mornings and don't have a garage. Don't want to risk my hose.
 

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I have that as well as all quality cleaning products. Unfortunately in NJ it's been below freezing in the mornings and don't have a garage. Don't want to risk my hose.
I see. Things we don't worry about here in Florida. Sorry I can't be of more assistance.
 

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Royobi ez clean portable pressure washer.....comes with feeder hose that you use in a bucket (s) full of water. Presumably you can get the water from your faucet or tub. Been washing my car all winter long here in New York
 


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Royobi ez clean portable pressure washer.....comes with feeder hose that you use in a bucket (s) full of water. Presumably you can get the water from your faucet or tub. Been washing my car all winter long here in New York
How’s the pressure? I read that is not that good n battery sucks on it. I’m in ny too and I’ve been looking for something like that. My landlord won’t allow me to connect a hose
 

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I haven't had any problems. It even has a turbo setting on the nozzle. One battery is enough for almost two Civic size cars... Pressure is just right i would say. Just bring plenty of buckets
 

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How’s the pressure? I read that is not that good n battery sucks on it. I’m in ny too and I’ve been looking for something like that. My landlord won’t allow me to connect a hose
Make sure you get the new model. I think it's called OnePlus. It puts out more pressure and has a better battery... I believe you could tell the difference between the old model and the new one by the extension. Rod that connects to the nozzle... Old one was shorter and made out of plastic. New one is longer and stainless steel.... Also get the foam cannon attachment if you can, it's a bit pricey on Amazon but you can find it used on eBay. Makes a world of difference when washing the car. i foam first, then scrub down with a microfiber mitt
 

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I have that as well as all quality cleaning products. Unfortunately in NJ it's been below freezing in the mornings and don't have a garage. Don't want to risk my hose.
Do not attempt to wash your car when it is near freezing temperatures, the water will get cold so fast and leave terrible water spots which will require you to buff them out. I advise you wait for a decent day to wash it.
 

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Make sure you get the new model. I think it's called OnePlus. It puts out more pressure and has a better battery... I believe you could tell the difference between the old model and the new one by the extension. Rod that connects to the nozzle... Old one was shorter and made out of plastic. New one is longer and stainless steel.... Also get the foam cannon attachment if you can, it's a bit pricey on Amazon but you can find it used on eBay. Makes a world of difference when washing the car. i foam first, then scrub down with a microfiber mitt
thanks I’ll look into it again.all the car washes around me suck ass n always leave shit dirty
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